Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10
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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was unveiled very close to the WX10 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-H30 grades against the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Sony WX10
EX-H30 | WX10 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Casio EX-H30
WX10 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Sony WX10
EX-H30 | WX10 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H30 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H30 vs the WX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H30 and WX10 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H30 and WX10.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account.

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Casio EX-H30 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) | 161 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $709 | $200 |